
226 S 49th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139
What This House Offers
ONE MONTH FREE ON 13 MONTH LEASE. Available for January 1st move in. Looking for something with character? Tired of the cookie-cutter new construction homes?... Welcome home. This is a beautiful 1st floor, 2 bedroom apartment with a large private backyard. This is large 2 bedroom with lots of storage space and a newly renovated bathroom. Both bedrooms are a great size and on the opposite side of the unit. The kitchen has also been completely redone and has stainless steel appliance. As an added bonus, this unit includes a complimentary mounted flat tv and concierge laundry service. This quintessential West Philly block is quiet and beautiful between Walnut Street and Chestnut for easy walking and easy parking. Pets are welcome with a fee. This unit is THREE blocks from the Market Frankford Train. Located minutes away from many of our main attractions: Art Museum (Run the the Rocky Steps) the Barnes Foundation Museum, City Hall the Liberty Bell, Constitution Center, and a Great Cheese Steak! Just 18 minutes away from Philadelphia International Airport, 10 minutes away from Penn Station. University of Penn and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia are within walking distance. Tenant pays all utilites.
Unit
- $1,450 / month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 800 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Fireplace
226 S 49th St is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in the 19139 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
No Pets Allowed
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1919
- Straight Thru Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Semi-Detached or Twin Home
- Brick Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Traditional Floor Plan
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Partially Furnished
- 800 Sq Ft Home
- Non-Functioning Fireplace
- Property has 1 Level
Kitchen
- Stove
- Kitchen in Efficiency Studio
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-in Shower
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Lot Details
- 1000 Sq Ft Lot
Utilities
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- Cable TV Available
- Electricity Available
- Public Water Source
- Electric Water Heater
- Cooling System Utilizes Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $1,450
- $2900 Move-In Fee
- Requires 2 Months of Rent Paid Up Front
- 12-Month Min and 48-Month Max Lease Term
- Available 2025-12-01
- $50 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 461224600
- Tenant pays for electricity, all utilities, water, gas
- No Smoking Allowed
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- University City Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
- Pet Deposit Required
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Philadelphia, PA 19139

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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable85 / 100
Transit Score ®
Excellent Transit76 / 100
Bike Score ®
Biker's Paradise99 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Beulah Baptist Christian Day School
Grades K-8
Private
Lea Henry C School
Grades PK-8
Public
New Testament Church Christian
Grades PK-8
Private
West Philadelphia High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Westmeade Academy
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr
Walk: 7 min (0.4 mi)
University of the Sciences
Drive: 3 min (1.2 mi)
University of Pennsylvania
Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)
Drexel Univ., Univ. City Main
Drive: 6 min (2.2 mi)
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 226 S 49th St proximity to Progress Haddington Plaza, Cobbs Creek Shopping Center, and The Shops At Penn. Progress Haddington Plaza is 1.5 miles away, and Cobbs Creek Shopping Center is within a 29 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 76, 226 S 49th St has excellent transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.5 miles. Transit options include Baltimore Avenue And 49Th Street and 46Th Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 226 S 49th St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.9 miles, including University of Pennsylvania Observatory, Penn Museum, and Cobbs Creek Environmental Education Center.
Airports
Living in Walnut Hill provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 19 minutes from 226 S 49th St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 37 miles away.
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